In a scene that could only be described as a political strategist’s worst nightmare, Joe Biden’s reelection campaign hit a snag of cinematic proportions. Picture this: a $25 million star-studded fundraiser at the iconic Radio City Music Hall in New York City, featuring none other than ex-presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. Outside, the atmosphere was less champagne and cheers and more chants and jeers as hundreds of pro-Palestine protesters gathered, loudly proclaiming their dissatisfaction with Biden’s handling of the war in Gaza. Their message? “We’re never voting for Biden.” Ouch.
“Enjoy Trump, ‘cuz we’re never voting for Biden” A pro-Palestine protester says to Biden supporters leaving from tonight’s fundraiser in New York pic.twitter.com/SAhZmpu4cB
— Brendan Gutenschwager (@BGOnTheScene) March 29, 2024
Now, let’s be honest, people. When you’ve got folks outside your fancy shindig yelling “Enjoy Trump because we’re not voting for Biden ever!” you know you’ve got a PR problem on your hands that no amount of campaign cash is going to fix easily. It’s like throwing a party and finding out half your guests decided to crash the neighbor’s BBQ instead because they heard the ribs were better.
#NYC "Oink Oink Piggy Piggy" – Pro Palestine Protesters chant taunting NYPD officers after shoving clashes break out during the protest outside of Radio City Music Hall for Biden-Obama-Clinton Fundraiser
Video by @yyeeaahhhboiii2 [email protected] to license pic.twitter.com/Itk3HW7FKq
— Oliya Scootercaster ???? (@ScooterCasterNY) March 29, 2024
This isn’t just a one-off incident, either. Biden’s speaking events and fundraisers have become the new hot spot for pro-Palestine protesters calling him “genocide Joe” and demanding a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. If that doesn’t tell you something about the temperature of the room (or, in this case, the country), I don’t know what will.
But here’s where it gets really interesting. This whole debacle isn’t just about a protest; it’s a glaring spotlight on the deepening rift between progressive leftists and the establishment Democrats. Remember Michigan’s Democratic primary? Over 10 percent of Michigan Democrats voted “uncommitted” in a clear protest of Biden’s stance on the conflict. That’s over 101,436 votes that essentially said, “Thanks, but no thanks.” And when you’ve got U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib, a key player in the Democratic party, holding back her endorsement, you know things are more than just a little rocky.
So, what does this all mean for Biden’s 2024 campaign? Well, it’s not looking great. With far-left voters openly rebelling and the specter of Trump enjoying a resurgence, it seems Biden’s reelection dreams might be facing an uphill battle. It’s a classic case of political déjà vu where the past haunts the present, and the future looks increasingly uncertain.